University of Wisconsin Offers Laser Welding

Photonics SpectraOct 2007
Two laser welding certification programs are being offered by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The accredited laser welding professional program focuses on the design, engineering and/or management of laser welding parts, assemblies and operations. The accredited laser welding process technical support provider program covers the setup, calibration and operations of the laser welding process.

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